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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Canton, IL

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Canton. Average rating: 4.48/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Canton, Illinois at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.48/5
Parent reviews
24
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Canton has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 24 parent reviews averaging 4.48/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 61520 zip code, averaging 4.48 stars across 5 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Canton

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

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    Canton Ymca Pre-School Ctr
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    1325 East Ash Street, Canton, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Parents praise the Canton YMCA as a welcoming, family-oriented facility with excellent staff and diverse amenities. Reviews highlight quality programming including swim lessons, tumbling classes, fitness classes, and recreational activities for all ages. Many families report long-term membership satisfaction spanning decades.

    Friendly and helpful staffquality swim lessons and tumbling classesindoor trackfitness center

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Canton

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Canton, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.35avg rating
4 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Canton zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
615205
4.48
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Canton (20–109 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Canton based on parent reviews

Canton Ymca Pre-School Ctr

4.4(20)

1325 East Ash Street, Canton, IL

Parents praise the Canton YMCA as a welcoming, family-oriented facility with excellent staff and diverse amenities. Reviews highlight quality programming including swim lessons, tumbling classes, fitness classes, and recreational activities for all ages. Many families report long-term membership satisfaction spanning decades.

Friendly and helpful staffquality swim lessons and tumbling classesindoor track

Canton Ywca Day Care Services

5(1)

111 North Avenue A, Canton, IL

One parent describes the childcare programs as awesome. With only a single review available, this feedback reflects a positive experience with the center-based services offered at the Canton YWCA.

awesome programs

His Little Children Childcare Center

5

425 N 16th Ave, Canton, IL

Lambs Of God Childcare Center

3(1)

60 N Avenue A, Canton, IL

One parent describes the staff as amazing with their children, noting that the boys are learning significantly and receiving excellent care. The review highlights a positive experience focused on educational growth and attentive supervision.

Staff is amazing with childrenchildren are learning a lotchildren are well cared for

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Daycare types in Canton

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Canton, Illinois

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Canton, Illinois, making up 80% of the 5 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Canton have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 24 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Canton, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Canton

Showing 4 results

His Little Children Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
425 N 16th Ave, Canton, IL
Phone
(309) 357-5468
Canton Ywca Day Care Services
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the childcare programs as awesome. With only a single review available, this feedback reflects a positive experience with the center-based services offered at the Canton YWCA.

awesome programs
Address
111 North Avenue A, Canton, IL
Phone
(309) 647-7843
Canton Ymca Pre-School Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise the Canton YMCA as a welcoming, family-oriented facility with excellent staff and diverse amenities. Reviews highlight quality programming including swim lessons, tumbling classes, fitness classes, and recreational activities for all ages. Many families report long-term membership satisfaction spanning decades.

Friendly and helpful staffquality swim lessons and tumbling classesindoor track
Address
1325 East Ash Street, Canton, IL
Phone
(309) 647-1616
Lambs Of God Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent describes the staff as amazing with their children, noting that the boys are learning significantly and receiving excellent care. The review highlights a positive experience focused on educational growth and attentive supervision.

Staff is amazing with childrenchildren are learning a lotchildren are well cared for
Address
60 N Avenue A, Canton, IL
Phone
(309) 647-1972

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Canton, Illinois, out of 5 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Canton have an average Google rating of 4.48 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Canton, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Illinois's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Illinois)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Canton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Illinois typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Canton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Canton must be licensed by Illinois's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.